International Day of Persons with Disabilities – December 3
Toronto – November 28, 2017 – The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities was first proclaimed in 1992, by the United Nations General Assembly.
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UFCW leads the way at 2017 OFL Convention
Toronto – November 24, 2017 – UFCW Canada activists from across Ontario led the way at the 14th Biennial Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) Convention, involving more than 1,200 delegates and leaders representing a million plus union members throughout the province.
UFCW honours Transgender Day of Remembrance – November 20
Toronto – November 16, 2017 – On the Transgender Day of Remembrance, November 20, we acknowledge and remember those who have lost their lives due to transphobia and hate.
UFCW Canada participates in transgender health conference
Vancouver – November 2, 2017 – UFCW Canada activists recently participated in the Canadian Professional Association for Transgender Health’s Biennial Conference and Annual General Meeting, held in Vancouver from October 26 to 29.
By the Numbers: Diversity in Canada
Toronto – October 27, 2017 – Recently released Census of Population data from Statistics Canada shows that Canada is more diverse than ever, with over one-fifth of Canadians identifying as immigrants – the highest share in 85 years.
UFCW Canada stands up against hate at Toronto rally
Toronto – October 19, 2017 – UFCW Canada activists recently took to the streets of Toronto to join over 6,000 activists for a march and rally to denounce hate and bigotry in Canada and across the globe.
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